Federated Farmers Mid Canterbury president David Clark said he has heard of farmers voting strategically. Dairy farmer Chris Ford said it's imperative Labour work alongside farmers and not against them. Photo / Sally MurphyHe pointed out the Government's Fresh Water Reforms which come into effect next year are unrealistic and will play a mental toll on farmers. The fresh Water Reforms is something David Clark is hopeful the Government might take another look at. He said farmers feel as though they've not been heard by the Labour government.

Source: New Zealand Herald October 19, 2020 02:03 UTC